Beyond the Astronaut: Coffee with Soyeon Yi
Eighteen years after becoming the first Korean in space, Dr. Soyeon Yi reflects on identity, responsibility, Korea, and finding her next frontier. Dr. Soyeon Yi (이소연) was trained for launch, … Read More
Chuseok: A Fading Tradition, A Lingering Memory
By Shin Gyonggu || Chuseok: The Most Memorable Festival For most of my life, Chuseok was not merely a holiday marked on the calendar; it was the emotional and spiritual … Read More
From Human Rights to Spatial Justice: Learning from Gwangju
By Lily Song || Gwangju has a global reputation as a beacon of democracy and human rights struggles in South Korea. Along with the K-wave’s popularization of Korean cultural content, … Read More
When “No Foreigners” Becomes More Than a Sign
By Luis Andrés It happened again. I had applied for a part-time job using my Korean name on the recruitment app. The employer called almost immediately. We spoke in Korean, … Read More
The India–Korea Mirror: Beyond the Ledger
By Reeti Roy || For decades, conversations between India and South Korea have been dominated by economics. We celebrate rising trade figures, semiconductor investments, defense partnerships, and free trade agreements. … Read More
Yeosu by the Sea: A Journey of Friendship and Night Lights
By Neha Bisht || My trip to Yeosu began with a reunion. A friend from India was visiting Korea on a company trip, and we decided to meet in Yeosu … Read More
The San Antonio Youth Summit: Gwangju Delegates Report
San Antonio, Texas, is one of Gwangju’s sister cities. The two urban centers have a long history of exchanges, and this is probably the most active of Gwangju’s sister-city relationships. … Read More
Building Inclusive and Sustainable Cities: Reflections from Gwangju and the Next Generation of Global Leaders
By Asher Craig || There are few greater privileges than engaging with young leaders who are determined to shape a better future. My recent visit to Gwangju, South Korea, to … Read More